Dr. Sylvia Wanjeri Njoroge is a healthcare leader and Senior Medical Officer with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice, healthcare management, and medical education. She has developed deep expertise in Emergency Medicine, Neurology, and lifestyle-related health conditions, with a focus on hypertension, metabolic disorders, and preventive care. She is recognized for her ability to lead high-performing teams, implement effective clinical protocols, and deliver patient-centered care in both hospital and community settings.
Currently, she heads the Accident & Emergency Department at The Karen Hospital, where she leads multidisciplinary teams, develops protocols for high-acuity cases, and integrates preventive strategies into patient care to address lifestyle-related conditions. Previously, she served as Chief Medical Director at Houghton Medical Centre, where she streamlined clinical operations, championed community health outreach, and developed initiatives targeting lifestyle diseases and wellness promotion. She has also served at The Mater Hospital, Nairobi Hospital, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kiambu District Hospital, and Charlotte Maxeke Hospital in Johannesburg, providing specialist locum services and enhancing patient outcomes through multidisciplinary collaboration.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Njoroge is the Founder of Medicine for Life Organization (MEFLO), a non-governmental organization supporting vulnerable patients with chronic illnesses, including hypertension and other lifestyle-related conditions, through access to treatment, preventive education, and financial assistance. Her dedication to health equity and community wellness has made her a strong advocate for preventive care and lifestyle interventions.
Academically, she holds advanced training in Internal Medicine and Neurology, including a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Neurology from University College London, and is pursuing further postgraduate studies in Neurology and Internal Medicine. She also holds certifications in Functional Medicine, Aesthetic & Cosmetology practice, and advanced emergency care protocols, reflecting her commitment to integrating wellness, lifestyle management, and innovative healthcare delivery.
Dr. Njoroge’s leadership is marked by strategic vision, crisis management expertise, and a collaborative approach that unites medical teams, administrators, and community partners. She has successfully led initiatives in medical education, lifestyle health promotion, quality assurance, and clinical research, ensuring that healthcare systems under her leadership remain patient-focused and proactive in disease prevention.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Njoroge is passionate about wellness, lifestyle health, mentorship, capacity building, and community service. She enjoys volunteering, promoting holistic health practices, nurturing young medical professionals, and strengthening healthcare access in underserved communities. Her commitment to wellness extends to preventive care, lifestyle interventions, and patient-centered programs, ensuring that individual well-being is at the core of both her clinical and operational approach.
